Bans on the Pit Bull Terrier
Topic: Bans on the Pit Bull Terrier
General Purpose: To argue
Specific Purpose: To argue that there should not be bans on Pit Bull Terriers
Thesis Statement: Bans on Pit Bull Terriers should not exist because; (1) Pit Bull breed are not any different from other dog species; (2) most evidence condemning the Pit Bull is inaccurate or a skewed regurgitation from the media; and (3) a ban would, and has, caused more work and regulations than necessary.
Introduction
I. [Attention Getter] As of now any pets you have come to love are now illegal to own. So when you get home, you can just send them to the shelter to be euthanized.
A. Chances are you would not be very happy doing that.
II. [Establish Controversy/Justify Topic] Although it may seem ridiculous you do this to your “furry family” it is happening all over the country by city legislation’s banning the Pit Bull terrier and any dogs resembling it.
A. I’d like to establish exactly what a pit bull is and remove any confusion or doubt about the breed.
1. Ken Foster, the author of I 'm a Good Dog: Pit Bulls, America 's Most Beautiful (and Misunderstood) Pet describes the Pit Bull as “exuberant, affectionate, loyal, block-headed, athletic, ridiculous, occasionally stubborn, challenging, rewarding, and loved. A pit bull is American, and like most Americans these dogs are a jumble of DNA and contradictions, which is naturally what pit bull lovers love most about their dogs.
2. Pit Bulls, physically, are known for their muscular features and large, thick heads. These along with an aggressive stature and powerful looking jaws are all reasonable cause for thinking this dog looks dangerous.
a. The key in this is how they look not act. Some people prefer tougher looking dogs; like preferring a Mustang to a Prius.
B. In fact, some of the largest cities in the world are striving to drive an entire species of dog off the planet.
1. Bans are strict in Denver and Miami and are being seriously discussed in more
General Purpose: To argue
Specific Purpose: To argue that there should not be bans on Pit Bull Terriers
Thesis Statement: Bans on Pit Bull Terriers should not exist because; (1) Pit Bull breed are not any different from other dog species; (2) most evidence condemning the Pit Bull is inaccurate or a skewed regurgitation from the media; and (3) a ban would, and has, caused more work and regulations than necessary.
Introduction
I. [Attention Getter] As of now any pets you have come to love are now illegal to own. So when you get home, you can just send them to the shelter to be euthanized.
A. Chances are you would not be very happy doing that.
II. [Establish Controversy/Justify Topic] Although it may seem ridiculous you do this to your “furry family” it is happening all over the country by city legislation’s banning the Pit Bull terrier and any dogs resembling it.
A. I’d like to establish exactly what a pit bull is and remove any confusion or doubt about the breed.
1. Ken Foster, the author of I 'm a Good Dog: Pit Bulls, America 's Most Beautiful (and Misunderstood) Pet describes the Pit Bull as “exuberant, affectionate, loyal, block-headed, athletic, ridiculous, occasionally stubborn, challenging, rewarding, and loved. A pit bull is American, and like most Americans these dogs are a jumble of DNA and contradictions, which is naturally what pit bull lovers love most about their dogs.
2. Pit Bulls, physically, are known for their muscular features and large, thick heads. These along with an aggressive stature and powerful looking jaws are all reasonable cause for thinking this dog looks dangerous.
a. The key in this is how they look not act. Some people prefer tougher looking dogs; like preferring a Mustang to a Prius.
B. In fact, some of the largest cities in the world are striving to drive an entire species of dog off the planet.
1. Bans are strict in Denver and Miami and are being seriously discussed in more
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